Social Work Case Manager

Home & Health Care Management•Chico, CA

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Home & Health Care Management is hiring a bachelor’s-prepared Social Worker, or a person with a degree in a related field such as Gerontology, to provide comprehensive case management for older adults, children, and people with disabilities receiving home- and community-based services. The position works with a Care Management Team (CMT) of social workers and registered nurses to coordinate and supervise client care. The role is based at the Chico office and includes travel to clients’ homes in Butte County and surrounding counties, including Glenn and Tehama. It is not remote. Work takes place in office and community settings, and PPE is provided. Transporting clients in a personal vehicle is prohibited. This full-time position is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with an hour for lunch and no weekend work. The pay range is $26.00–$33.00 per hour; exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. A medical exam is a condition of the job offer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Social Work or another related field.
Skill operating a personal computer and a variety of standard software.
Valid California Driver’s License and eligibility for coverage under the employer’s liability policy, with a clean DMV report.
Personal vehicle and proof of current auto insurance.
CPR certificate required within 30 days of hire.
Ability to meet physical demands, including sitting, standing, bending, lifting, walking, and moving intermittently; lifting up to 35 pounds without assistance; and intermittent driving.
Ability to pass a medical exam that tests, among other things, ability to move, visual acuity, and hearing acuity.
Ability to travel to clients’ homes in Butte County and surrounding counties such as Glenn and Tehama.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of basic problems and needs of people diagnosed with a physical disability or emotional disturbance.
Knowledge of community and supportive services.
Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
Skill in working within deadlines to complete projects and assignments.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with coworkers and other community providers.
Experience with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

Help the team locate community resources needed to meet participants’ needs, including housing, medical equipment and supplies, health care providers, essential goods, transportation, and caregivers.
Advocate to help participants receive timely medical services and remain safe in the community.
Respond promptly to questions and inquiries from the CMT, participants, and other entities to support care coordination.
Educate participants about the benefits of services and community supports.
Help participants complete applications for programs such as Medi-Cal, IHSS, CalFresh, and Regional Center; explain eligibility requirements and coordinate transportation and other basic supports.
Document all consumer interactions and meet timely reporting and documentation requirements.
Observe participants’ behavior, report significant changes to the supervisor or team, and document observations appropriately.
Participate in daily case conferences with the CMT about shared participants.
Perform other related duties as assigned.